7 Crucial Considerations for Ideal Basement Storage Solutions

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Basement storage solutions abound, but not all solutions work for every household. How can you choose the ideal basement storage options for your home?  7 Important Factors for Basement Storage Solutions Whether your basement is finished or not, and regardless of what you store there, you need to consider several important factors before you invest in storage solutions for your basement. 1. Moisture- and Pest-Resistance Basements have a reputation for attracting pests and trapping moisture. This can damage your belongings. Even a well-organized pegboard for metal tools fails to protect from rust, and a dedicated rack to hang out-of-season clothing won’t ward off that horrid musty smell.  Prevent rust, mold, mildew, and that damp, musty smell by choosing storage that protects your belongings from moisture and pests—such as cupboards or closets with doors, and lidded bins or baskets. It’s a good idea to run a dehumidifier in your basement, too.  2. Awkward Spaces Some basement layouts create awkward spaces that … Read more

7 Ways to Use Custom Cabinetry in Every Room of Your Home & Why You Should

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Did you know custom cabinetry isn’t just for your kitchen? There are no limitations on cabinetry design, and there are valuable benefits of using custom cabinets in every room of your home. The possibilities are truly endless.  3 Benefits of Custom Cabinetry Instead of Furniture Why would someone choose custom cabinetry in the bedroom or the living room or any other room instead of furniture? Here are 3 reasons why custom cabinetry is a superior choice.  Built-in Functionality: Custom cabinetry makes home maintenance easier. For example, you know how awkward it can be to try to vacuum behind or beside furniture? That problem is eliminated with built-in custom cabinets.  Better Quality: Most furniture is built cheaply. Custom cabinetry is much higher quality, which makes it longer lasting and a better value in the long run.  Home Value: Custom cabinets can add value to your home because it becomes a part of the house. It adds storage space, organization features, and … Read more

5 Key Factors of the Perfect Home Office for Remote Work

5 Key Factors of the Perfect Home Office for Remote Work

  Earlier this year, 39.1% of Canadians were working from home. That was in direct response to the onset of the pandemic, but working from home has become the new normal for many of us.  If you switched to working from home suddenly, you may have set up a makeshift space to work in your home and “made do” for a while. Now that your home has become a permanent place for you to do your job, it’s time to take another look and create a more intentional space for productive work.  Take these 5 factors into consideration to set up the perfect home office for remote work.  1. Strategically Separate Professional from Personal It’s important to keep your professional life separate from your personal life. This is essential for business professionalism, record-keeping and tax filing, but it’s also a means of maintaining mental health and work-life balance.  If you don’t have the luxury of an entire room dedicated to … Read more

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